Wikki Tourist vs Bendel Insurance
Wikki Tourist host Bendel Insurance in a tasty Nigeria Premier Football League fixture at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium in Bauchi. This is a clash between two historic Nigerian clubs and promises to be a fiercely competitive encounter with plenty of local pride on the line.
Match Overview
Wikki Tourist, one of the most recognisable names in Northern Nigerian football, host Bendel Insurance from Benin City — a club steeped in Nigerian football history. Wikki hold home advantage at their well-supported venue and will look to use that edge to claim three important NPFL points.
Current Form
Wikki Tourist: Wikki have been consistent performers in this NPFL campaign, making Bauchi a tough destination for visiting sides. Their physical, disciplined approach at home has earned them important points throughout the season and they will be confident heading into this fixture.
Bendel Insurance: Insurance have had an encouraging season, playing attractive football and competing well across the division. However, their away record has been patchy and the long journey north to Bauchi is one of the more challenging trips in the NPFL calendar. They will need to be well-organised defensively to get anything from this game.
Head-to-Head Record
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2025 | Bendel Insurance | 2–1 | Wikki Tourist | NPFL |
| Apr 2025 | Wikki Tourist | 1–0 | Bendel Insurance | NPFL |
| Dec 2024 | Bendel Insurance | 1–1 | Wikki Tourist | NPFL |
| May 2024 | Wikki Tourist | 2–1 | Bendel Insurance | NPFL |
| Oct 2023 | Bendel Insurance | 0–0 | Wikki Tourist | NPFL |
H2H Summary (Last 5)
| Team | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wikki Tourist | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Bendel Insurance | 2 | 1 | 2 |
Key Factors
| Factor | Wikki Tourist | Bendel Insurance |
|---|---|---|
| Home/Away | ✅ Home | ❌ Away |
| H2H at Home | 2W 1D 0L | — |
| Away Form | — | ⚠️ Inconsistent |
| Crowd Factor | ✅ Strong support | ❌ No crowd advantage |
🔮 Prediction: Wikki Tourist 1–0 Bendel Insurance
Wikki Tourist have been unbeaten in their last three home meetings with Bendel Insurance, winning twice and drawing once. That home fortress advantage, combined with the passionate Bauchi crowd, tips this narrowly in the hosts’ favour. Expect a tight, low-scoring contest where a single goal proves decisive — classic NPFL fare.
Tip: Wikki Tourist to Win & Under 2.5 Goals
Prediction based on NPFL form and H2H records. Please gamble responsibly.
